Private Ancient Messene Guided Tour, Kalamata

Discover Ancient Messene, one of the most well-preserved sites on mainland Greece with this 2.5-hour private guided tour. Although experts reconstructed some of the areas, you'll find plenty of impressive examples of precise preservation. This private tour takes you back in time to the 4th century BCE. Learn all about the ancient history and culture of the Messenians.

Join your certified guide as you admire the perimeter walls. Erected in the 3rd century BCE, the walls contain a massive Arcadian gate and eight surviving towers. Before its excavation, the area was nothing more than a field of green. Amazingly, archeologists have only unearthed a third of the site! Continue walking with your guide to explore the ancient marketplace, gymnasium, theater, the Temple of Zeus, and more.

After your tour, it's up to you where you want to go next! Since Messene is located in Peloponnese with its capital of Kalamata, it's famous for its juicy olives and olive oil. Head into the city and enjoy perusing the shops filled with regional delights. Another option is to visit the port city of Pylos and explore its impressive castle. Pylos also has an exceptional archaeological museum with exhibits featuring artifacts from shipwrecks.